ECT Teacher of Geography - Secondary School - Derby

A progressive 11–18 secondary school in Derby is seeking an enthusiastic and committed ECT Teacher of Geography to join its growing Humanities faculty. This is a strong opportunity for a newly qualified Geography teacher who wants structured support, clear curriculum direction and the chance to develop confidence within a stable, well-led department.

The school serves a diverse community and has focused heavily in recent years on curriculum sequencing, assessment consistency and behaviour systems — creating a calm environment where early career teachers can thrive.

The Role

As an ECT Geography teacher, you will teach across Key Stages 3 and 4, with the opportunity to observe and contribute to KS5 as your experience develops. The curriculum is knowledge-rich and enquiry-driven, combining physical geography, human geography and environmental themes with strong literacy integration.

You will benefit from:

• A reduced timetable in line with ECT entitlements
• A dedicated Humanities mentor
• Weekly instructional coaching sessions
• Shared schemes of work and centralised resources
• Support with assessment, marking and data analysis

The department has clear end-point expectations at GCSE, with a structured approach to exam technique and extended writing.

The Department

Geography is a popular option subject in this Derby secondary school, with strong GCSE uptake and improving outcomes year on year. The Humanities faculty works collaboratively, sharing planning and assessment frameworks to ensure consistency.

Students respond well to fieldwork and real-world case studies, and the department incorporates local Derbyshire examples into units on urban development, sustainability and physical landscapes.

The department benefits from:

• Dedicated Humanities classrooms
• Access to mapping software and digital resources
• Embedded retrieval and knowledge organisers
• Strong cross-curricular links with History and RE

The School

This Derby school has clear routines, strong behaviour systems and visible senior leadership. Staff wellbeing is prioritised, and ECTs are supported through a structured induction programme that combines coaching, CPD and subject mentoring.

Teachers describe the school as supportive, organised and focused on steady improvement rather than quick fixes.

The school offers:

• A comprehensive ECT induction programme
• Subject-specific CPD opportunities
• A stable and collaborative staff culture
• Clear progression pathways

Who We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Hold QTS (or be completing QTS this academic year)
• Demonstrate strong subject knowledge in Geography
• Deliver structured and engaging lessons
• Be reflective and open to feedback
• Build positive classroom relationships
• Show enthusiasm for fieldwork and enrichment

This role is ideal for a Geography ECT who wants a supportive and well-organised start in a school that values development and consistency.

Why Join?

• Strong mentoring and ECT support
• Clear curriculum structure and shared planning
• Calm and respectful learning environment
• Collaborative Humanities faculty
• Opportunity to grow into leadership over time

If you are a Geography ECT looking to begin your career in a supportive and ambitious Derby school, this is a fantastic opportunity.